1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F40 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
